Alison and Ashley are going to discuss management of the most common problems that they encounter in their clinical practices. This course will present a practical approach to the diagnosis and management of these common problems using a combination of didactic and case-based teaching. This combination of an Ophthalmologist and Dermatologist is sure to provide you with some very practical tips on a broad range of topics.
Ashley Bourgeois D.V.M.
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Dermatology
Animal Dermatology Clinic
Portland, OR
Alison Clode D.V.M.
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists
Staff Ophthalmologist
Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital
Portsmouth, NH
Seminar Schedule:
| Single day registration available: Limited to 80 registrants each day to enhance the webinar question and answer experience
All times are Eastern time. Seminars start each day at 8.00am Pacific, 9.00am Mtn, 10.00am Central & 11.00am Eastern Thursday February 11 (5.5 CE hrs)8:00am – 1:30pm Pacific11:00am – 4:30pm Eastern 11:00am – 1:45pm ET Dr. Bourgeois
2:00pm – 4:30pm ET Dr. Clode
Friday February 12 (5.5 CE hrs)8:00am – 1:30pm Pacific11:00am – 4:30pm Eastern 11:00am – 1:45pm ETDr. Clode
2:00pm – 4:30pm ETDr. Bourgeois
Saturday February 13 (5.0CE hrs)8:00am – 1:00pm Pacific11:00am – 4:00pm Eastern 11:00am – 1:30pm ETDr. Bourgeois
1:40pm – 4:00pm ETDr. Clode
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Seminar Topics:
Dr. Bourgeois
What am I missing in the itchy dog?
Several studies show that pruritus is the number one reason a client brings their dog to the veterinarian. Allergic skin diseases are common problems in canine patients, and many of the clinical presentations are similar which can make these cases frustrating. This lecture will focus on the allergic workup, acute treatment of pruritus, and client communication.
How to conquer the itchy cat
Different categories of feline allergies can be difficult to differentiate from one another. Understanding the different patterns of cutaneous lesions, response to treatment, and management of secondary issues is important for control.This lecture will present how to differentiate and perform a diagnostic workup for flea, food, and environmental allergies in cats.
Diagnosing otitis the right way
Managing difficult otitis externa cases in cats and dogs can be challenging, chronic, and frustrating. This lecture will discuss a complete approach to the diagnostic workup of otitis externa including cytology, culture and sensitivity, handheld otoscopy, and video otoscopy.
From ear drops to pills: how to effectively treat otitis externa and media
Choosing appropriate ear cleansers and initial therapeutics can be imperative in defeating micro-organisms. However, systemic therapy can also be used to help alleviate discomfort and treat infection in complicated cases. This is especially true when disease extends deeper than the external ear canal. This lecture will address how to assess the best treatment plan for every type of otitis case from a simple yeast otitis to a resistant otitis media.
Don’t fear the smear (basics of cytology)
Cytology is one of the most important diagnostic tools in dermatology. A quick, inexpensive test that can be essential in diagnosing and managing various skin diseases. This lecture will discuss what different findings of cells, organisms and structures may indicate. Also, techniques for collecting and interpreting cytologies from different anatomical sites will be discussed.
Dr. Clode
How should I perform a complete ophthalmic exam?
How should I manage entropion in puppies and kittens?
How should I manage entropion in older dogs and cats?
What can I do about distichia?
How should I manage ectopic cilia?
How should I approach eyelid lacerations?
Do I realllllyyy have to replace that prolapsed third eyelid gland?
What’s going on with blepharitis in dogs?
What’s going on with blepharitis in cats?
What can I do for KCS, especially when it’s non-responsive?
How should I recognize and manage simple corneal ulcers in dogs?
What about nonhealing ulcers in dogs?
How should I recognize and manage complicated corneal ulcers in dogs? 2020
What about corneal ulcers in cats?
How should I diagnose and manage eosinophilic keratitis in cats?
What is a good approach to epiphora?
What can be done for tear staining?
How should I manage eyelid tumors in dogs?
What about eyelid tumors in cats?
What is Ocu-GLO and what can it be used for?
Topical steroids or cyclosporine or NSAIDs….?
Why is this cornea blue?
How should I handle exophthalmos?
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